IT Projects Business Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial powerhouse seeks a seasoned IT Projects Business Analyst with expertise in commodities and trading systems. In a pivotal role, you'll bridge trading and technology, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving system enhancements. Join a dynamic team and influence the future of trading operations.

Benefits

Cutting-edge technology and innovation culture

Long-term project roadmap

Collaboration with elite trading teams

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Commodity Trading or Investment Banking.
• Expertise in exchange-traded derivatives lifecycle.
• Active SC clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translate regulatory, operational, and trading needs into tech solutions.
• Drive algorithmic trading systems ensuring compliance with MiFID II.
• Collaborate globally on application rollouts and upgrades.

Skills

Commodity Trading

Capital Markets

Regulatory Compliance

Exchange-Traded Derivatives

Python

SQL

Strong FIX protocol

Tools

TT

NYFIX

Bloomberg

TradingScreen

Job description

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Location:

bedford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

IT Projects Business Analyst – SC Cleared | Commodities & Trading |

? Ready to transform global trading technology? Join a world-class financial powerhouse at the forefront of commodities and risk management.

We’re hiring a Seasoned Business Analyst with deep knowledge in Exchange-Traded Derivatives, Capital Markets, and Regulatory Compliance to help drive key initiatives across our trading systems. This is a critical role where you’ll act as a bridge between trading, technology, and compliance, delivering scalable, regulatory-compliant systems that power billions in transactions.

? Hybrid 2 days weekly | SC Cleared | Immediate Start | London or Surrounding Areas

? What You’ll Do:

• Be a trusted advisor and SME across trading and tech teams
• Translate regulatory, operational, and trading needs into smart, scalable tech solutions
• Dive into the full RFQ, order, and trade lifecycle
• Drive algorithmic trading systems, ensuring alignment with MiFID II & RTS6
• Collaborate with global teams to support application rollouts, upgrades, and exchange certifications
• 8+ years in Commodity Trading, Capital Markets, or Investment Banking
• Expertise in exchange-traded derivatives lifecycle
• Experience with platforms like TT, NYFIX, Bloomberg, TradingScreen
• Strong FIX protocol and market data (Bloomberg/Refinitiv) understanding
• Python and SQL proficiency—bonus if you know PowerShell or C#
• Knowledge of MiFID II, EMIR, and FCA regulations
• Solid grasp of Linux/Windows, networking, and messaging protocols
• Clearance: Active SC clearance preferred

? Why Join Us?

• Strategic, visible role in a mission-critical trading transformation
• Partner with elite traders, developers, and regulatory teams
• Cutting-edge technology and a culture that values initiative, clarity, and speed
• Long-term project roadmap with career-enhancing exposure

Apply now to lead the future of trading operations.

Please also email your CV, daily rate Inside IR35, and availability to interview and start this long contract.

Marina Economidou, Senior Recruitment Consultant